Group Head of Tax

• Lead the end-to-end management of all direct and indirect tax matters across the business
• Ensure accurate and timely delivery of tax returns
• Oversee and develop a small but specialist tax function, including line management of the Indirect Tax Manager
• Review and sign off tax provisions and disclosures for statutory accounts (with support from external advisors)
• Lead on tax matters throughout the audit process
• Deliver robust tax forecasting, identifying risks and opportunities to optimise tax efficiency
• Maintain strong tax governance and controls, including Senior Accounting Officer (SAO) compliance
• Partner with external advisors to deliver strategic tax projects and advisory initiatives
• Manage the tax budget, including external spend
• Drive continuous process improvements to enhance tax compliance and reporting
• Provide clear and timely communication to senior stakeholders, including Board-level reporting
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance and IT to improve systems and reporting capabilities
• Act as a trusted advisor, responding proactively to business tax issues

• Qualified accountant and/or CTA qualified with significant post-qualified experience
• Strong background in tax advisory or in-house group tax, with exposure to both direct and indirect taxes (preferred)
• Proven ability to lead, influence, and develop others
• Commercial mindset, with a focus on driving business improvements
• Highly analytical with strong attention to detail
• Strong organisational skills with a proactive, self-starting approach
• Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to engage at all levels
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Solid IT and systems awareness

Exposure to both direct and indirect taxes

• The chance to develop your skills and boost your career across our 65 parks
• Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7 confidential helpline for counselling and support
• 50% discount for you and a 25% discount for friends and family when booking your holiday with us
• Team member discount of 30% on food, drinks, and leisure activities
• Discounts on brands like Hello Fresh and local gyms